Describe two social issues related to the course-specific case study for Claudia that inform a culturally competent social worker.
Week 3: Assessment of Children It is essential to obtain a strong knowledge base on the relevant assessment tools used specifically with children. Assessment tools historically have been created and tested primarily on adults, more specifically Caucasian adult male subjects. Children, similar to people with disabilities or those from various ethnic backgrounds, are often ignored […]
Discuss the areas in which the others agree with you (did any surprise you, for example); the areas in which they disagree (can you see their point?
BOTH OF THE WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS must be typed double-spaced with a page margin of at least 1 inch for all margins and using Times New Roman 12 point font. You don’t need a title page, but the first page should have your name, the course, and the date and pages must be stapled. (1) Self-Analysis Written Assignment – (75 pts for the total assignment) […]
Describe how the intervention is implemented and its underlying theory. Explain how this intervention might help the Levy family and ameliorate the presenting problems.
With seemingly never-ending violence, natural disasters, and soldiers returning home from wars growing numbers of people are suffering long lasting mental health crises. It is imperative for clinical social workers to implement effective interventions that address trauma and loss within families. For this Discussion, view the “Levy” video. By Day 3 Post a description of […]
Describe the elements of safety planning that you would put in place as Tommi’s social worker in the first week and in the first months.
As a social worker, you will likely at some point have a client with a positive suicide risk assessment. Many individuals with suicidal ideation also have a plan, and that plan may be imminent. Even when the risk is not urgent at a given moment, current research shows that most suicides occur within 3 months […]
Write up a Diagnostic Summary including the Mental Status Exam for Carl based upon his interview with Dr. Sommers-Flanagan.
Before moving through diagnostic decision making, a social worker needs to conduct an interview that builds on a biopsychosocial assessment. New parts are added that clarify the timing, nature, and sequence of symptoms in the diagnostic interview. The Mental Status Exam (MSE) is a part of that process. The MSE is designed to systematically help […]
Describe how you would integrate what you have learned in this course with respect to age-related physical, psychosocial, cognitive, or emotional development to promote the well-being of the older adults in your community
This final exam comprises of five questions. Please answer each question succinctly and thoroughly. Simply regurgitating the chapter in your textbook that addresses this content will not be sufficient. Rather, you need to demonstrate understanding of the concepts and issues you are asked to examine, both in breadth and depth. Further, you need to show […]
explain how, in general, you would incorporate multiple perspectives of a variety of stakeholders and/or human services professionals as you treat clients.
What does it mean to be culturally competent? This question is the foundation for your examination of issues related to diversity and social justice this week. Culture influences all people and the lenses through which they view the world. Because the world comprises many cultures, these different perspectives represent opportunities for individuals to learn from […]
Describe the factors limiting the internal validity of this study, and explain why those factors limit the ability to draw conclusions regarding cause and effect relationships.
Conducting statistical analysis can prove an intimidating task for some students. However, statistical analysis is the critical component of social work research that can link interventions to client outcomes. Statistical analysis software simplifies the task of the mathematical computations. It is the social worker’s responsibility to choose the proper research design and type of statistical […]
Does Zachary meet the requirements to take part in this practice? Why? Be detailed and specific in your evaluation of this practice.
Physician Aid-in-Dying is a practice that is legal in a number of states within the United States due to the passing of the Death With Dignity Act. Additional reading is present on this legislation in the topic readings. Please make sure to research this topic prior to beginning this assignment, as you will need to apply this […]
Respond to at least two of your peers. In your responses, describe how these styles of education may have different implications for different types of student learners, and address whether or not a unique learning style would benefit from the benefits they have listed for a particular educational style.
Education Options [WLOs: 2] [CLOs: 4, 6] Prior to completing this discussion, please read Chapters 9, 10 and Section 15.1 in the textbook and the A Comparison of Montessori and Traditional Middle Schools: Motivation, Quality of Experience, and Social Context (Links to an external site.) article. Additionally, watch the Montessori Vs Conventional Schools (Links to an external site.) and Exploring Borderlands–American Passages: […]
Describe the main work-family challenges and how you or others address them. Integrate the findings of two scholarly articles to connect your experience within a larger theoretical context. Compare and contrast your experience and resource findings.
Work-family Balance or Conflict Reflect on this week’s resources and your work-family balancing experiences. Describe the main work-family challenges and how you or others address them. Integrate the findings of two scholarly articles to connect your experience within a larger theoretical context. Compare and contrast your experience and resource findings. MY PERSONAL INFORMATION YOU CAN […]
Describe how informed consent addresses confidentiality in a group setting. How does confidentiality in a group differ from confidentiality in individual counseling? Also, discuss how you would address a breach of confidentiality in the group.
One of the most important concepts in clinical practice and group work is confidentiality. All members of the group sign an informed consent form in order to address the rules and parameters of the group sessions. The rules regarding confidentiality are stated in one section of the form. Although every member must sign this agreement, […]